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Discover a captivating journey in a dystopian future with this gripping novel, perfect for fans of young adult fiction. Set in a chilling near-future New United States, this story follows Jo Monarch, a resilient teenager raised in the impoverished borderlands of New Georgia. Yearning for a better life, Jo eagerly anticipates the transformative day of the Line Up, where she has a chance to escape her life and start anew. However, her aspirations collide with reality as she encounters Cove Wells, a brooding boy trained in the art of heartbreak, intensifying the stakes of her dreams. With a tantalizing blend of suspense and emotion, Harper Glenn's debut novel delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle for survival. Will Jo be able to impress the powerful New Georgia representatives at the Gala and navigate her complex feelings for Cove? As tensions rise and a riot threatens, Jo must confront the ultimate question: can she truly abandon her past for a brighter future? This gripping tale is a must-read for anyone who loves a heartfelt, thought-provoking story. Immerse yourself in this unforgettable narrative filled with rich characterization and poignant moments. Perfect addition to your young adult literature collection, this novel promises to ignite your imagination and keep you on the edge of your seat. Order now to experience the journey of self-discovery and the complexity of human emotions in a world on the brink of chaos.
CONDITION: Brand New
ISBN: 9781338741452
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC
Number of Pages 368
In a chilling near-future New United States of America, Jo Monarch has grown up in the impoverished borderlands of New Georgia. She's given one chance to change her fate... if she can survive a boy trained to break hearts. Today is the day Jo Monarch has been wishing on the moon ...about her entire life. It's the day of the Line Up, when she could be selected to leave her life in the Ashes behind. The day she could move across the mountains to a glittering, rich future. Once Jo is plucked from the Line Up, the real test begins. She still needs to impress the New Georgia Reps at tonight's Gala, and her path forward leads straight to Cove Wells. The damaged stepson of one of the Reps, Cove has been groomed as an emotional weapon, taught that love is a tool -- and he's set on breaking Jo's heart next. When a riot breaks out back in the Ashes the night of the Gala, Jo's dreams might all go up in smoke. Can she really have everything she's ever wished for... when it means leaving all her loved ones behind in the fire? Harper Glenn's debut is as gripping as it is prescient, an unflinching meditation on whether love can save us from ourselves, and what it takes to be born anew.Read less
CONDITION: Brand New
ISBN: 9781338741452
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC
Number of Pages 368
In a chilling near-future New United States of America, Jo Monarch has grown up in the impoverished borderlands of New Georgia. She's given one chance to change her fate... if she can survive a boy trained to break hearts. Today is the day Jo Monarch has been wishing on the moon ...about her entire life. It's the day of the Line Up, when she could be selected to leave her life in the Ashes behind. The day she could move across the mountains to a glittering, rich future. Once Jo is plucked from the Line Up, the real test begins. She still needs to impress the New Georgia Reps at tonight's Gala, and her path forward leads straight to Cove Wells. The damaged stepson of one of the Reps, Cove has been groomed as an emotional weapon, taught that love is a tool -- and he's set on breaking Jo's heart next. When a riot breaks out back in the Ashes the night of the Gala, Jo's dreams might all go up in smoke. Can she really have everything she's ever wished for... when it means leaving all her loved ones behind in the fire? Harper Glenn's debut is as gripping as it is prescient, an unflinching meditation on whether love can save us from ourselves, and what it takes to be born anew.Read less